New this Week in the Guidance Office:   

May 7^th, 2012

Academy Day 2012

Senators Kohl & Johnson, along with congressmen Petri, Ribble and Duffy, invite high school students, and their parents, to meet with representatives regarding admission into military academies.  Representatives from all academies will be available on Saturday, September 15, 2012 at the Experimental Aircraft Association center in Oshkosh WI, from 10AM-12:30PM.  For more information call 608-264-5338 or visit www.kohl.senate.gov.

Summer Job Opportunities at YMCA Camp Ichagowan in Amery

How to Apply: We've gone green and all applications must be completed online. Please apply online AND send resume to Bob Gagner, Executive Director, via email.  Application information is online at http://www.ymcatwincities.org/camps/camp_icaghowan/work_for_us/ Current job openings include: Camp Counselor (Overnight Camp) ,  Camp Kitchen Staff - Part Time and  Camp Maintenance Staff - Full Time

Benefits of Working at Camp:  As President Teddy Roosevelt said, “Far and away the best prize that life has to offer is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” Gain valuable work and life experiences. Learn new skills, develop a strong work ethic, have opportunities to accept responsibility and be a leader.  There is nothing as rewarding as seeing the smile on a child’s face and knowing that you have helped in their growth and development. Make life-long friends with your fellow camp staff.  Salary, room and board, and Worker’s Compensation are provided.

Camp Staff Selection Criteria: Camp Icaghowan prides ourselves on a “Mission Driven / Camper Focused” staff. Camp staff selections are based on your:

• Previous experience with youth
• Knowledge of group dynamics
• Understanding and ability to facilitate programs to accomplish our youth development mission
• Ability to make sound decisions regarding safety
• Passion for helping youth grow

Camp Staff Application Process & Training: Each staff member goes through:

• An application process
• 3 reference checks
• A personal interview
• A criminal background check
• A sexual predator background check prior to hire
• CPR and First Aid certification
• 11 days of staff training in camp
• They are monitored weekly and supervised to assure their ability to safely operate the program. Icaghowan’s staff to camper ratio is 1 staff member to every 6 campers with a minimum of two staff per cabin.